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Nudge a little shallower from there and you'll get into some nice bluegill mixed in, so it's an easy two-for-one if you want to fill the livewell

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That unique kind of erratic jerkbait/fluke topwater action is why these lures tend to catch more than any other topwater

Best Budget: Dobyns Colt CL734C Pros Remarkably low price for this quality High modulus graphite Available in several other technique-specific models Cons Slightly heavier than more expensive rods Key Features Length: 7 feet 3 inches Power: Heavy Action: Fast Lure Weight: to 1 ounce Split grip EVA handle with no foregrip Years ago, when I started tournament fishing, rods in the $150 to $200 range were the cream of the crop, and generally outside my budget

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In short, theyre water-resistant, have folding arms for weighing large catfish, automatic beep when weight locks in, automatic shutoff and operate off AAA batteries